Conservatism: Black and White?

Conservatism: Black and White?

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One of the things I'm learning as I "grow up" is that reality isn't as black and white as I generally like to believe. I have always been a this-is-correct-so-it's-good/this-is-wrong-so-it's-bad type of person. But looking at all the issues going on … [Read more...]

Difficult Times For Women

Difficult Times For Women

Angry Woman

This is a tough time to be a woman. I watched in fear as Romney was down by double digits with women. I wondered, would women be the reason for an Obama victory? Then, came the magnificent debate performance by Romney and an anxious wait for the new … [Read more...]

Condoleezza Rice RNC Speech Reaffirmed American Exceptionalism

Condoleezza Rice RNC Speech Reaffirmed American Exceptionalism

Condoleezza Rice

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice delivered an eloquent speech with strong domestic and foreign policy messages at the Republican National Convention. Rice received a rousing welcome as she entered the main stage and five standing … [Read more...]

Gov Christie’s RNC Keynote Speech Highlighted “Leadership Delivers”

Gov Christie’s RNC Keynote Speech Highlighted “Leadership Delivers”

Gov Christie at RNC Speech

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie delivered a keynote speech at the Republican National Convention with a theme of “leadership delivers” taking on status quo politicians that cannot say no when needed.  He appropriately and effectively … [Read more...]

Mobile Phones Become Next Target of Political Campaign Ads

Mobile Phones Become Next Target of Political Campaign Ads

Mobile Phones

With the rough and tumble 2012 general election campaigning already in full swing between President Obama and Governor Romney, and the RNC and DNC conventions just days away now, many voters are already showing signs of dueling ad war battle … [Read more...]

GOP to Take Away Women’s Cars & All Driving Rights

GOP to Take Away Women’s Cars & All Driving Rights

Woman in Car

The Republicans have announced they will not support American car companies, and taxpayers ultimately in some cases, providing cars free for all women in America as a right. In this latest assault on women, they are taking away the rights of all … [Read more...]

Immigrants Who Escaped Socialist Countries Warn the U.S.

Immigrants Who Escaped Socialist Countries Warn the U.S.

ThoughtfulWomen Post Image of Reina Howard 8.14.2012

I met Reina through her son Alvaro Watson.  I met Alvaro through my work as a journalist with World City Press’ North American division AXcess News. As a journalist, I am always looking for interesting people doing extraordinary things to … [Read more...]

Why Politics Must Matter to Everyday Women

Why Politics Must Matter to Everyday Women

Latino Children at Play

How many times have you heard that politics should be  avoided and that politicians are corrupt and liars? Have you learned that politics are a waste of time and energy? Then I have some news for you. My personal experience in El Salvador … [Read more...]

Should the Threat of Being Called a “Racist” Lose its Political Bite?

Should the Threat of Being Called a “Racist” Lose its Political Bite?

Brenda Blog Henny Penny Racism 8.2.2010 jpeg

You are a racist if you are a member of a Tea Party organization.  You are a racist if you want the healthcare legislation repealed.  You are a racist if you agree with voter ID laws.  You are a racist if you make a distinction between illegal … [Read more...]